In re Collins

Cropsey, J.:

There is no denial of the allegations of the petition. The use of the premises in question has been a business one, more or less continuous, for a number of years, beginning prior to the enactment of the Building Zone Resolution. They had never been used, however, as a laundry until recently. The premises are in a residence *778district, and therein a laundry is not permitted. It is contended, however, that because a business was conducted there when the zoning provisions became effective the business use may be changed and the premises used for any business. I find no authority for…